Te Atatu Peninsula

Bungalow renovation
+ extension

This full renovation and two-storey extension transformed a compact 1960s bungalow into a spacious, modern family home designed to support a growing young family. By extending upward rather than outward, the project maximised internal space while preserving valuable outdoor living areas.

Location: Te Atatu Peninsula
Project type: Bungalow renovation + extension
Architect: AM Architects

Modern white house with a steep roof, large windows, surrounded by trees and green plants, with a black fence in front.
A bedroom with a bed, wooden headboard, pillows, a nightstand with a small framed photo, a hanging light, and a framed artwork on a white wall.
Close-up view of modern white building exterior with large glass window, black door, and small balcony with railing, through loose tree branches.
A modern multi-story house with large windows, white and grey exterior, and a small front porch with steps, illuminated from inside, surrounded by trees and a driveway.
Living room with a light grey sofa, navy and dark blue pillows, a white planter with a tall green plant, and a hallway with wooden floor and framed pictures on the wall.
Interior view of a modern home with wooden stairs, hardwood flooring, and a large window letting in natural light, with framed artwork on the wall.
A bright bedroom with large corner windows overlooking a lush green garden.
Modern two-story house made of white siding with a metal roof, large windows, and an outdoor deck with chairs and a table.

Astute Build delivered a two-storey addition to the side of the existing home, alongside a full interior rebuild to ensure a cohesive result throughout. The extension introduces additional bedrooms and bathrooms to both levels, while a striking central stairwell became a key architectural feature, incorporating powder-coated mesh balustrades and carefully positioned windows that bring natural light deep into the home. Two new decks were also added: a north-facing front deck to capture morning sun, and a rear deck designed for entertaining and family gatherings.

Modern shower with white tiled walls, a rain showerhead, a glass shower door, and a skylight window.
A minimalist bathroom with a walk-in glass shower, a white toilet, a wooden vanity with a vessel sink, a mirror on the wall, and a decorative plant on the counter.
Interior shot of a staircase with white metal railings and a large round white hanging light fixture, near a corner with a large window.
Modern bathroom with navy blue wall, round mirror, small white sink, soap dispenser, and a wooden towel rack with a gray towel.
Wooden staircase with white metal railings in a bright room with large windows showing trees outside.

Modern detailing completes the transformation, including aluminium window shrouds that picture-frame key elevations, and engineered oak flooring was used throughout to unify old and new spaces. The result is a flexible, light-filled family home that balances smart design, functionality, and contemporary craftsmanship.

Modern two-story house with white exterior siding and large windows, illuminated from inside, surrounded by a lawn and trees.